Obadiah Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Obadiah Name at a Glance

Name	Obadiah
Meaning	Servant/worshipper of the Lord. Obadiah was the prophet who wrote the shortest book in the Old Testament.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Obadiah Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Obadiah means “Servant/worshipper of the Lord. Obadiah was the prophet who wrote the shortest book in the Old Testament”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Obadiah Name Origin

Our database records Obadiah under Hebrew origin. Browse more Hebrew baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Obadiah a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Obadiah is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Obadiah

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